There Is Always a Rainbow Somewhere
I would like to see one of these things

I know I’m pushing my luck this time but I just told Dr. Preeti Singh that we are going to see a rainbow soon. I expect the universe to respond favorably. And if for some reason no one’s listening, I do have a backup plan.
One can always make a rainbow with a garden hose, a fine spray nozzle, and that big beautiful sun. Stand with the sun to your back and spray a fine mist in the direction of your shadow.
🌈 Instant rainbow.

I know this isn’t the rainbow we were all hoping for though it still brings that feeling of joy and wonder. It will have to be enough for now.
The skies are still mostly blue with just a couple of puffy clouds. Storms are definitely on their way. The humidity is intense. The bunny and chicks and most of the surrounding wildlife are quietly waiting and watching from the shade.

A bunny stops by for a bite of the apple and, of course, to watch the rainbow.
And soon the clouds with the rain and rumbling of distant thunder fill our view. Thunderstorms float through with a cool breeze. Hopefully, this rainbow will show up just before sunset. With luck and the sunlight bending just right through the floating raindrops, it will be visible above the hills to the east.
Rain falls on the thirsty landscape. The wind blows through the treetops.
I want to rid myself of this nagging doubt though. I’m not so sure now that the universe is willing to cooperate today. Storms are still rolling through and it’s getting late. Though we have a little time and all the ingredients are still here for a rainbow.
But alas it is getting even darker now. I guess we are not going to see that rainbow tonight.

Please read Dr. Preeti Singh, Reciprocal’s nature editor’s beautiful description of rainbows and information about the prompt below…
Dr. Fatima Imam listens to nature in her beautiful piece below…
Wendi Gordon gives us a beautiful look at these transforming creatures…






